Castle of Mey

Castle of Mey
Castle of Mey (2014)
Location of Castle of Mey in Caithness
Former namesBarrogill Castle
General information
CountryScotland
Coordinates58°38′49″N 3°13′29″W / 58.64708°N 3.22479°W / 58.64708; -3.22479
Construction started1566
Completed1572
Renovated1950s
OwnerCastle of Mey Trust

The Castle of Mey (also known for a time as Barrogill Castle) is located in Caithness, on the north coast of Scotland, about 6 miles (10 km) west of John o' Groats. In fine weather there are views from the castle north to the Orkney Islands.

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